Opelika

Lee County, Alabama

Population 181K |Median income $65,824 |1 hospital

Population

181,134

Lee County

Median Income

$65,824

-3% vs avg

Median Home Value

$262,200

+15% vs avg

Median Age

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

181K+25%

Median Income

$65,824+51%

Median Home Value

$262,200+78%

Poverty Rate

18.9%-14%

Unemployment

3.5%-62%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,058/mo

Poverty Rate

18.9% +33% vs avg

Unemployment 3.5%

Bachelor's Degree+ 42.4%

Work From Home 9.5%

Public Transit 0.7%

Population

White 66.2%

African American 22.1%

Asian 4.3%

Two or More Ethnicities 2%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity

38.4%

High Blood Pressure

37.5%

Short Sleep Duration

36.8%

Physical Inactivity

25%

Frequent Mental Distress

17.6%

Binge Drinking

15.5%

Current Smoking

12.9%

Diabetes

12.5%

Frequent Physical Distress

12.4%

Current Asthma

10.1%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 57%

Annual Checkup 79%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

8.8%

Coronary Heart Disease

5.8%

Stroke

3.2%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

3/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

THE EAST ALABAMA HEALTHCARE AUTHORITY

OPELIKA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Opelika Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central South Carolina Through 9:45 AM

NOAA · 28m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago

Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 34m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 35m ago

Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for City of Sydney Following Grass Fire Report

NSW RFS · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Opelika, AL? ▼

Opelika, AL has a population of 181,134 people, located in Lee County, Alabama.

What is the median household income in Opelika? ▼

The median household income in Opelika, AL is $65,824 per year. The poverty rate is 18.9%.

What is the median home value in Opelika? ▼

The median home value in Opelika, AL is $262,200. Median rent is $1,058/month.

What are the top health concerns in Opelika? ▼

The top health indicators in Opelika include Obesity (38.4%), High Blood Pressure (37.5%), Short Sleep Duration (36.8%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Opelika? ▼

Opelika has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Opelika? ▼

The median age in Opelika, AL is 34 years. 42.4% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Opelika, AL is located in Lee County, Alabama. With a population of 181K and a median household income of $65,824, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Opelika area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Lee County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.